Question

I started to burn out my barrel. Most of the liner burned out, but I am going to do it again to be sure. I noticed towards the bottom of the barrel (where most of the fire was) the color looks a little pink. I am not sure if this is what it should look like. I guess I would like to know what the barrel should look like when the liner is burned out? If you anyone has pictures, I would appreciate it. Thank you.

Funk, so the tan burner will come out with only burning? No grinding after burning? I'm only asking because I do have another barrel with a tan liner and just dealt with a red liner can which I ended up getting sandblasted. Once I get a weber style lid I'll probably build the tan liner can. But I'm hoping to get a couple unlined cans that I won't have to bother with it! lol

Funk, so the tan burner will come out with only burning? No grinding after burning? I'm only asking because I do have another barrel with a tan liner and just dealt with a red liner can which I ended up getting sandblasted. Once I get a weber style lid I'll probably build the tan liner can. But I'm hoping to get a couple unlined cans that I won't have to bother with it! lol

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The tan did come off with the burning. I have not done any grinding as of yet. I did a second burn yesterday and to get some more of the residual stuff off. I will try to take some pictures tonight and post. This if my first one, and I am not sure what the inside is supposed to look like.

Funk, if you are real worried,try talking to a Sandblaster.I traded a rack of ribs for his work.

Makes things easier and Bartering is fun

Hope this helps and,

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I am not real worried because I know that it is a food grade barrel. Being the first time doing this, I just want it to be safe when done. I think I am going to give it a few more burns, scrap with a wire brush, and wash it with a power washer.

The tan did come off with the burning. I have not done any grinding as of yet. I did a second burn yesterday and to get some more of the residual stuff off. I will try to take some pictures tonight and post. This if my first one, and I am not sure what the inside is supposed to look like.

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Great, I might have to give this a try with a tanned lined barrel I have..but then I think it's almost worth it for me to get it sandblasted since I've found someone who will do the inside and out for $20. As for the apperance of the inside, as long as the tan liner is gone, that's all that matters, should just have a dull metal look...well, maybe a little smutted look now from the burning you've done..lol